Is Southern Gourmet Irresistible Creme Brulee Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Kent Precision Foods Group

Kent Precision Foods Group's Southern Gourmet Irresistible Creme Brulee is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Carrageenan, Natural Artificial Flavor.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The ingredient composition includes sugar and corn starch, which are common in dessert mixes. However, the presence of carrageenan and artificial flavors raises quality concerns.

Main concern

Carrageenan is a thickener that may raise concerns due to potential digestive issues.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Contains whole egg and whole milk, providing a rich flavor and texture.
  • Includes cream blend for a creamy mouthfeel, enhancing the dessert experience.

Concerns

  • Carrageenan is a thickener that may raise concerns due to potential digestive issues.
  • Natural and artificial flavors can indicate a lack of transparency in flavoring sources.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.

  • Is Sugar safe in this food?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a primary sweetener in this dessert mix, contributing to its sweetness but raising concerns about high sugar content.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: sugar

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Corn Starch safe in this food?

    Medium

    Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch acts as a thickening agent, providing texture to the dessert. It is processed but generally considered safe.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: corn starch

  • Is Cream Blend safe in this food?

    Medium

    Cream Blend is used here as base. The cream blend includes pasteurized sweet cream and nonfat dry milk, contributing to a creamy texture but involves processing.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: cream blend (pasteurized sweet cream, nonfat dry milk, sodium caseinate, soy lecithin)

  • Is Whole Egg safe in this food?

    Good

    Whole Egg is used here as base. Whole egg adds richness and flavor, enhancing the overall quality of the dessert mix.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: whole egg

    Read the full ingredient profile for Whole Egg

  • Is Whole Milk safe in this food?

    Good

    Whole Milk is used here as base. Whole milk contributes creaminess and flavor, supporting the dessert's texture and taste.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: whole milk

    Read the full ingredient profile for Whole Milk

  • Is Carrageenan safe in this food?

    Bad

    Carrageenan is used here as stabilizer. Carrageenan is used as a thickener but has been associated with digestive issues, raising quality concerns.

    Role in formula: stabilizer

    Original: carrageenan

    Read the full ingredient profile for Carrageenan

  • Is Natural Artificial Flavor safe in this food?

    Bad

    Natural Artificial Flavor is used here as flavor. The inclusion of both natural and artificial flavors can obscure the source of flavoring, raising transparency concerns.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: natural & artificial flavor

    Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Artificial Flavor

  • Is Beta Carotene safe in this food?

    Medium

    Beta Carotene is used here as colorant. Beta carotene is used for coloring, providing a natural hue but indicating processing.

    Role in formula: colorant

    Original: beta carotene (color)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Beta Carotene

  • Is Silico Dioxide safe in this food?

    Medium

    Silico Dioxide is used here as anti-caking. Silico dioxide is included in small amounts to prevent clumping, generally considered safe in food applications.

    Role in formula: anti-caking

    Original: less than 2% silico dioxide (anficaking)

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 3276967

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Allergens detected: milk , egg

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Kent Precision Foods Group — Southern Gourmet Irresistible Creme Brulee 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Kent Precision Foods Group — Southern Gourmet Irresistible Creme Brulee has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: whole egg, whole milk. See the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Contains whole egg and whole milk, providing a rich flavor and texture.; Includes cream blend for a creamy mouthfeel, enhancing the dessert experience.. See the Pros section above.
Kent Precision Foods Group — Southern Gourmet Irresistible Creme Brulee has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Kent Precision Foods Group products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Kent Precision Foods Group — Southern Gourmet Irresistible Creme Brulee has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
We detected: milk, egg. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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